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Ando R.AR

Ando R.

Senior Industrial Consultant – China

€850/day
Shanghai, CN
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Ando

I am a senior industrial consultant with more than 17 years of hands-on experience supporting industrial and commercial projects in China and internationally. Based in Shanghai, I work at the intersection of engineering, operations, and business, helping companies navigate complex environments, manage technical risks, and execute projects efficiently across borders.

My background covers industrial project management, site supervision, quality control, supplier audits, and industrial sourcing, with a strong focus on heavy industry and complex production systems. I regularly intervene on greenfield and brownfield projects, from design review and supplier selection to factory acceptance tests, installation supervision, and commissioning support. This field exposure allows me to identify issues early, reduce execution risks, and secure reliable outcomes for my clients.

I am particularly experienced in China-related operations, bridging cultural, technical, and commercial gaps between local suppliers and international stakeholders. My role often involves supporting decision-making at management level, providing clear technical analysis, pragmatic recommendations, and realistic execution plans. I work with multinational groups, SMEs, and project teams looking for a trusted, independent partner who combines technical depth, operational realism, and strategic vision to deliver tangible results.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • Chinese

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Shanghai (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Areas Engineering
    Managing director | Principal engineer
    MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
    September 2015 - Today (10 years and 11 months)
    Shanghai, China
    Founder and Managing Director of a Shanghai-based engineering company supporting industrial equipment sourcing, supplier assessment, technical inspections and capital investment projects across Asia.
    • Industrial equipment sourcing and procurement in China
    • Supplier qualification and factory audits
    • Critical equipment inspection and quality control
    • Site supervision and technical assistance
    • Project execution support for greenfield and brownfield projects
    • Industrial outsourcing and localization strategies in Asia
    Ingénierie Inspections Project Management (PMO) Supervision industrielle Production industrielle
  • AR Engineering and service ltd (Areas Hongkong)
    Founder & Managing Director
    RAW MATERIALS INDUSTRY
    May 2014 - Today (12 years and 3 months)
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China
    Supporting industrial companies and investors in evaluating manufacturing opportunities, industrial equipment sourcing and project execution across Asia.

    Areas of involvement included:
    • Industrial equipment procurement and supplier assessment
    • Pharmaceutical manufacturing relocation and industrial footprint optimization
    • Hydrogen and clean energy project support
    • Technical and financial due diligence, project risk assessment
    • Cross-border industrial project coordination
    achats directs Sourcing fournisseurs Audit financier Investissement Import-export
  • Sermas Industries
    Permanent delegate in China
    RAW MATERIALS INDUSTRY
    March 2012 - March 2014 (2 years)
    Shanghai, China
    Managed the company's manufacturing and assembly operations in China, acting as the permanent representative and primary interface between European headquarters and Chinese suppliers.

    Responsibilities included:
    • Supplier sourcing and qualification
    • Manufacturing and assembly management
    • Quality control and factory inspections
    • Technical coordination with Chinese subcontractors
    • Supply chain and procurement management
    • Cost optimization and production follow-up
    • Cross-border project coordination
    Gestion de la sous-traitance Stratégies Achats Production industrielle Outsourcing Inspections

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Education

  • Master degree in industrial Engineering
    Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Arts et Métiers
    2007
    Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, with a strong focus on production systems, process optimization, risk management, and industrial project execution in complex, international environments.

Certifications

  • CFA Level 1
    CFA Institute
    2018
    Finance sector Investment

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